Able Quote by David Bowie
““I'm looking for backing for an unauthorized auto-biography that I am writing. Hopefully, this will sell in such huge numbers that I will be able to sue myself for an extraordinary amount of money and finance the film version in which I play everybody.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 1975
Satirical ambition to monetize self‑exploitation for artistic fame.
In simple terms: Self‑sue for profit.
Key Takeaway
Use absurdity to critique fame.
Themes
celebrity
artistic ambition
satire
Mood
witty
ironic
Type
satirical
creative
When to use this quote
- film production
- publishing
- marketing campaigns
- creative projects
Key Concepts
media
self‑referential art
financial satire
Questions to Reflect On
- What does self‑suing symbolize?
- How does satire affect your view of fame?
A Different Perspective
May trivialize genuine artistic struggle.
